Queensland University of Technology - TEQSA Provider ID PRV12079 Australian University | CRICOS No. 00213J

Graduate Certificate in Project Management

  • Delivery: Face to Face
  • Study Level: Postgraduate
  • Duration: 6 months
  • Course Type: Graduate Certificate

Gain fundamental project management knowledge that complements your profession and is immediately applicable. 

Course overview

In this course, you will develop specialised knowledge and skills in project management, opening up a wide variety of potential career possibilities and opportunities for progression. The supportive, on-campus learning environment in the Brisbane CBD enables you to engage in robust, face-to-face conversations with your peers, academics and industry partners.

The Graduate Certificate in Project Management comprises the four foundational units of the Master of Project Management and provides an entry pathway to the Master of Project Management. Upon completing the graduate certificate, you will be eligible to enter the PM20 Master of Project Management with a reduced course duration of one year.

Key facts

Delivery
Face to Face
Course Type
Graduate Certificate
Duration
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Can be studied part time
6 months (Full time)
Price Per Unit
From $3,875
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The estimated fee is determined by individual units of study and the year the course was commenced.
Campus
Gardens Point
Intake
February, 2027
July, 2027
Units
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You may be required to complete 0 credit point units throughout your course. The university will confirm this as part of your enrolment.

The unit total reflects the number of units required for course completion, not the total credit point weight. Some units may be double- or triple-weighted, so the number of units you complete may be lower.
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What will you study

This course consists of four core units (48 credit points):

  • Project Management Principles
  • Managing Projects as an Integrated System
  • Managing Project Teams
  • Project Procurement

Entry requirements

Applicants must have one of the following:

  • A recognised bachelor's degree (or higher qualification) in any discipline.
  • A recognised diploma (or higher qualification) in any discipline and at least two years of full-time (or equivalent) professional work experience in project or program management. 
  • At least five years of full-time (or equivalent) professional work experience in project or program management.

Outcomes

You will graduate with the necessary skills and knowledge to take on managerial roles in projects of your chosen profession.

Career outcomes

Possible career opportunities for graduates include:

  • Change Management Specialist
  • Portfolio Manager
  • Program Manager
  • Project Contract Manager
  • Project Coordinator
  • Project Liaison Officer
  • Project Manager
  • Project Scheduler
  • Quality Control Manager
  • Risk Manager

Professional recognition

The Graduate Certificate in Project Management is accredited by the Global Accreditation Centre for Project Management Education Programs (GAC) of the Project Management Institute (PMI) and endorsed by the Australian Institute of Project Management (AIPM).

Fees and FEE-HELP

Full-fee paying place

Indicative unit fee in 2027: $3,875 (12-credit-point unit)
Indicative annual fee in 2027: $15,500
Indicative full-course fee: $15,500

The average full-course fee shown is calculated based on the 48 credit point (four units) course structure completed over six months.

Indicative annual fees are based on your first year of study.

A student’s annual fee may vary by:

  • The number of units studied.
  • Choice of units.
  • Credit from previous study or work experience.
  • Eligibility for government-funded loans.

Student fees shown are subject to change. Contact the university directly to confirm.

FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee-paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.